Officers said the woman was holding the money after a cookie sale outside the store. They said a man and woman were seen inside the store shortly before the theft.

Police believe the female suspect was looking out for the male when the theft occurred.

Investigators said the man followed the victim to her car and watched her unlock it and place her purse on the front seat. When she wasn’t looking, the man stole her purse where the Girl Scout money was being kept, police said.

A Kroger employee chased the suspect until the suspect threw the purse but kept the money.

Police said they found discarded clothing items they believe belonged to the suspect nearby.

They said the female lookout disappeared during the foot pursuit. The victim and employee were not injured, police said.

Police said the male suspect was described as Hispanic and about six feet tall and 160 pounds. He was wearing a hooded sweatshirt and surgical mask.